
Obituary
Obituary of Leif Eric Johnson
Leif Eric Johnson
12/16/1971 - 12/28/2020
Leif suddenly & unexpectedly passed away at his home on December 28th of 2020. Leif is
survived by his Wife Kelly & Children William & Bailey Molnar, Parents Jerry & Nellie,Brother
Ryan & Kesha, & numerous Aunts & Uncles, cousins, nieces & nephews.
Leif was born in West Seattle, however the family moved back to Bellingham before Leif
celebrated his first birthday. Leif attended Marietta Elementary School, Shuksan Jr. High
School, & Graduated from Bellingham High School in 1990.
During Leif’s school years he always enjoyed turning out for sports activities, but
basketball was his primary sport activity during his High School Years. Through self
determination & lots of practice Leif became a varsity basketball team member during his
senior year.
Leif also attended Western Washington College. Leif’s first full time job was with Puget
Sign Company, however he was employed for the last 27 years at The Sign Post in Bellingham.
Leif was a very dedicated & loyal part of the Sign Post team & enjoyed his job & those he
worked with and for.
Leif married Kelly Hamel on June 3rd of 2000 & they were happily married for 20 years
while raising William & Bailey throughout their school years, faithfully attending all sports
activities and seeing their children become responsible adults.
Leif & Kelly became dedicated Husky Football fans, attending numerous home games
at Husky Stadium & faithfully watching all away games on TV. Leif & Kelly followed Baylor
Football during the years that Bailey attended Baylor University. They both really enjoyed
watching all Seahawk games together. Leif really enjoyed his Fantasy Football with his friends
too!
Leif really enjoyed & Loved Ryan & Kesha’s children Kai, Ashtyn, & Trey.Kelly & Leif
often invited the kids for sleep overs, which typically involved taking them to some fun
activities too!
As the saying goes: “Our Loved one’s never truly leave us”
A celebration of Leif’s life will be held on Saturday January 16, 2021 from 12:00pm to
3:00pm at Squalicum Boathouse, 2600 N Harbor Loop Dr. Bellingham, WA 98225 and can also
be viewed virtually by visiting “Kelly leif Johnson” Facebook page.
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Saturday
16
January
Celebration of Life
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Saturday, January 16, 2021
Squalicum Boathouse in Zuanich Point Park
2600 Harbor Loop Dr.
Bellingham, Washington, United States
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